Capital city: Khartoum

Area: 1,886,068 km2

Population: 44,909,353 (2021 estimate)

Language: Arabic, English

Currency: Sudanese pound (SDG)

Time zone: UTC+2 (CAT)

Dialing code: +249

Taking a flight to Sudan is the quickest and most convenient method to get there. There is an international airport in Khartoum, and once there, you will require a tour guide to take you around the main tourist attractions.

Sudan is currently not a safe location to visit, not because of the Covid19 pandemic, but due to ongoing fighting and criminality in the country for quite some time, and it is recommended that you postpone any plans you had to visit the country.

Kabira Safaris takes the health and safety of its guests seriously and goes to great lengths to ensure that expeditions are safe, exciting, and enjoyable for all. Before departing, we urge that all passengers consult with their government or a national travel advisory agency for the most up-to-date information:

From Australia? Go to: http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/

From Canada? Go to: https://travel.gc.ca/

From the UK? Go to: http://www.fco.gov.uk/en/

From New Zealand? Go to: http://www.safetravel.govt.nz/

From the US? Go to: http://travel.state.gov/

The World Health Organization also provides useful health information. Go to: http://www.who.int/en/

Despite the country’s problems, Sudan offers some of the top archeological sites in the world, and you won’t want to miss out on seeing them or participating in other Desert activities while you’re there.

The best time to Travel/Visit Sudan is between September and March, during the cooler winter months. The heat starts to build in March making travel unbearably hot between April and September. There is a brief rainy season in July and September.

Not really, because alcohol was outlawed in the country in 1983 and remains so to this day. It is prohibited to sell or consume alcoholic beverages while in the country.

To be safe, the answer is yes. Because it is an Arabic country, most ladies are seen wearing long gowns and headgear, and it is best if you try to at least wear headgear while there to blend in.

Entry/ Exit Requirements for U.S. Citizens:

The Sudanese government requires all U.S nationals to provide a passport as well as an entry visa or entry permit upon arrival at any point of entry. Most US citizens must get an entry visa from a Sudanese embassy before traveling to Sudan; visas are NOT accessible at the airport. U.S. citizens living or traveling in Sudan are encouraged to register with the U.S. Embassy through the State Department’s travel registration website, https://step.state.gov. U.S. citizens without internet access may register directly with the U.S. Embassy in Khartoum.

British nationals need a visa to visit Sudan. Apply before you travel via the Sudanese Embassy in London.

Travelers will have easy access to the internet in Sudan’s capital and major cities, but access will be limited to non-existent in regional and rural areas.

Squat/pit toilets are the norm in Sudan, with the exception of western-style flushable toilets, which are occasionally accessible in major hotels and other modern structures. Carry your own soap and toilet paper, as these items are rarely given.

Tipping is not required in Sudan, however, given that the majority of Sudanese earn so little, tips are greatly appreciated. As a general rule, a 10% increase in cafes and restaurants is acceptable, but not required.

In Sudan’s major cities and towns, mobile phone coverage is often good, but less so in rural regions. If you intend to use your mobile phone while away from home, make sure global roaming is turned on.

In Sudan, it is not recommended to drink tap water. Avoid purchasing bottled water for environmental concerns. Filtered water should be placed in a reusable water bottle or canteen. Inquire with your guide about where to find filtered water; some of the hotels where we stay may provide drinking water. It’s also a good idea to avoid using ice in drinks and to peel fruits and vegetables before eating them.

Credit cards are usually accepted by large hotels and western-style restaurants (particularly in the cities) but not by smaller vendors. Ensure you have adequate cash to cover purchases not able to be made on credit.

What is ATM access like in Sudan?

ATMs are easily found in large cities and tourist areas but are rarer in small towns, rural areas, and villages. Be sure to have other payment methods available when venturing out of the city, as ATMs aren’t always an option.

Independence Day: Sat, Jan 1, Every Year

Eid al-Fitr: May 1 – 2, Every Year

Eid al-Adha: Likely Jul 9 – 13, Every Year

Islamic New Year: Likely Jul 29 – 30, Every Year

Mawlid: Likely Oct 7 – 8, 2022

Christmas: Sun, Dec 25, Every Year